June update on the August running of South Downs Stages.
Posted: July 5, 2021 11:45 AM
"It's been a little while since we last posted as a number of the organising committee have been very busy in their day jobs getting facilities back up and running after Covid restrictions. But we are alive and kicking and making preparations for Saturday August 14th.
We have had a number of entry withdrawals which has bumped up quite a few people into the 55 capacity. Please check your current position. Once the treasurer has returned from holiday and updated on payments further changes will show for those that have entered and paid recently.
Our Chief Marshal would be keen to hear from anyone who would like to marshal with us at Goodwood. We can't promise blue skies and sunshine as much as we would love it but we can promise warmer temperatures and more greenery! Lunch will be provided as usual. Please contact Judy Derisley if you can help chiefmarshal@southdownsstages.co.uk
If all goes to plan on July 19th and the government withdraws all Covid restrictions spectators will be welcome in the usual fashion. We will advise further once July 19th decisions are made firm.
We look forward to seeing you all in August."
JANUARY 4TH, 2021: COVID-19 PRESS RELEASE
Posted: January 5, 2021 4:21 PM
"Following today's news that the nation heads into a National lockdown it is looking highly unlikely that The Rally Replay South Downs Stages will run on it's intended date of Saturday 13th February. News that I'm sure will come as no surprise as we have all watched the numbers rise with this unforeseen new variant of Covid-19.
Having paid a deposit we would look to reschedule the event rather than cancel. In order to have the extended hours required to run a decent mileage we have to run in winter which is bound by the clock changes which means either pre 28th March or post 31st October.
The Goodwood staff are on a mix of furlough and reduced working hours so comms are slower than usual so please bear with us a couple of days while we establish options for reschedule.
If anyone wants an immediate withdrawal/refund regardless then we can do this but we may be in a position to offer existing entries a hold on an entry for a future date but we do need a couple if days to establish the lie of the land first. It goes without saying that we won't be holding any money back from refund to cover costs incurred so far.
Sad news, difficult times, but rest assured we will all be back at Goodwood at some point in 2021 having a thoroughly enjoyable day. Thank you to everyone for your patience whilst we work out plan B."
Mark & The Team
Entries Open - 13 Dec 20 / Regulations Available
Posted: December 11, 2020 3:21 PM